2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Audi S6
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (436 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
